2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Sirion and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc, 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Sirion | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |